Prizes & Awards

Category Rules

For best results submit your script using the WAB online screenplay submission program.

Teleplays, Short Screenplays, Pilots, and Screenplays are all welcome to submit in this category. Fan scripts are also allowed.

Some selected screenplays may be asked if they want a live actors read though at a festival event.

The Best Screenplay first prize has a cash reward, all the additional awards are certificates and laurels of merit.

Must be 18 years of age or older (or have parent / guardian submit on your behalf) to enter this competition. The entered script must not be or previously been sold, or produced and must be original work of the author or authors. Multiple authorship allowed.

No corrected pages or additional pages will be accepted after the screenplay has been entered. PLEASE be sure you double-check your screenplay for errors, blank pages, etc., before submitting.

Failure to comply with the guidelines, rules, regulations, or eligibility may be cause for disqualification. All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.